Prince William Says That Social Media is Bad for Children’s Health

It doesn't look like Prince George and Charlotte will be allowed Instagram (when the time comes)

By Pakkee Tan

8 November 2017

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Prince William believes social media could be damaging to children, arguing it adds more pressure on the young than ever before.

Talking at a gala celebrating the partnership between The Children’s Trust, an organisation that helps children with brain injuries, and one of his key charities,Skillforce, William said that platforms such as Instagram, Facebook and Snapchat mean that it is difficult for children to switch off.

“The pressure on young people these days is considerable — almost certainly more than even for my generation not so long ago,” he said, according to People.

“Children are tested more than ever before and are being prepared to enter a highly competitive work market,” he continued. “On top of this, there is a sense of being ‘on call’ 24/7 through social media, and the subsequent strains this can have on relationships, home life and, ultimately, a child’s sense of their own self-worth. It can all take its toll.”